A Holistic Approach to Healing: The Intersection of Faith, Therapy, and Practical Care

Healing is a journey that requires an approach that addresses every aspect of a person—mind, body, and spirit. A holistic methodology recognizes that well-being cannot be compartmentalized. True healing does not come from focusing on just one part of a person's life while neglecting the others. The Bible does not advocate for a narrow approach to healing nor suggests that faith alone is always the sole means of restoration. Instead, Scripture supports a holistic approach that integrates prayer, wise counsel, community, medical support, and practical action.

Holistic healing considers a person's physical health, emotional stability, mental well-being, and spiritual life. It does not isolate one aspect as the sole cause of distress, nor does it assume that addressing only one area will bring complete healing. Holistic healing acknowledges the complex interplay between emotional struggles, cognitive patterns, physiological health, environmental factors, relationships, and spirituality. A person suffering from anxiety, for instance, may have biological factors at play, such as neurochemical imbalances, ecological stressors, unresolved trauma, and spiritual battles. A genuinely holistic approach does not simply offer prayer and encouragement while ignoring the physiological realities of mental health, nor does it rely solely on medical treatment while dismissing the power of faith. Instead, it incorporates faith and science, prayer and therapy, and spiritual wisdom and practical strategies.

Making healing holistic begins with recognizing that no single method can fully restore a person. Seeking God in prayer is crucial because faith provides a foundation of hope, peace, and divine strength, but faith does not preclude action. Throughout Scripture, God calls His people to trust Him while taking steps toward healing and restoration. The woman with the issue of blood did not just wait at home for healing; she took action by pressing through the crowd to touch the hem of Jesus' garment. Her faith was influential then, but so was her willingness to seek help.

Holistic healing requires a combination of spiritual, emotional, and practical steps. Engaging in prayer and immersing oneself in Scripture provides emotional relief and reassurance. Therapy and counseling help uncover underlying causes of distress, teach coping mechanisms, and provide strategies for long-term emotional resilience. Seeking medical attention may be necessary for those who have underlying physiological causes of anxiety or depression. Establishing healthy habits—such as exercise, proper nutrition, and sleep—helps regulate the body's stress response and promotes mental clarity. Being part of a supportive faith community offers encouragement, accountability, and a sense of belonging, which are crucial for emotional healing. A holistic approach brings all these elements together rather than isolating them, ensuring that healing is comprehensive and enduring.

The benefits of holistic healing are numerous, as it promotes balance, long-term resilience, and sustainable well-being. One of the most significant advantages is that it prevents one-dimensional solutions that may leave certain aspects of suffering unaddressed. When only one healing method is pursued, such as solely relying on prayer without seeking practical solutions or engaging in medical treatment without addressing spiritual and emotional well-being, the healing process may remain incomplete. A holistic approach integrates all aspects of care, ensuring that people experience deep and lasting healing rather than temporary relief.

A person who combines faith with therapy develops greater self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Therapy helps individuals identify harmful thought patterns, heal from past trauma, and develop coping mechanisms that reduce the likelihood of relapse into anxiety and depression. Faith strengthens these efforts by providing hope, reinforcing personal worth, and fostering trust in God's sovereignty. The Bible reminds believers in Isaiah 41:10, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen and help you and uphold you with my righteous right hand." This promise does not exclude taking steps toward healing; instead, it assures that God is present in every step of the journey.

Another key benefit of holistic healing is that it equips individuals with the tools to face future challenges. Life is unpredictable, and difficult seasons will come. A person who has developed a balanced approach to managing their overall health and wellness is better prepared to handle stress, anxiety, and hardship healthily. Suppose they have learned to pray in distress, practice deep breathing, reframe negative thoughts, seek counsel, and maintain a healthy routine. In that case, they are much more likely to maintain emotional stability in the face of trials.

The Bible affirms that wisdom and healing often come through multiple avenues. God provided Jethro's advice to Moses, helping him understand that delegation and wise counsel were necessary for his well-being. Elijah was provided with rest, nourishment, and divine reassurance when he fell into deep despair. David sought comfort from God but also surrounded himself with faithful advisors and confidants. These examples show that faith and action must work together. Just as Jesus healed the blind man with both divine power and physical means by applying mud to his eyes, healing in modern times often involves both spiritual and practical intervention.

Mental health challenges are real and prevalent in our communities. God has provided abundant resources—spiritual, emotional, medical, and practical—to ensure that His people can live whole, healthy, and restored lives. Seeking help is not an admission of defeat; it is an act of wisdom, courage, and faith. The journey toward wellness is not meant to be walked alone nor to rely solely on one aspect of healing. God continues to work through prayer, community, professional support, and the practical steps we take toward healing. By embracing a holistic approach, individuals can truly experience God's healing and live in the peace, clarity, and strength He desires.

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61+ Best Bible Verses For Anxiety And Overthinking In 2025. https://www.divinedisclosures.com/bible-verses-for-anxiety/

Awakening Righteousness: How To Balance Mental Health and Faith. https://awakeningrighteousness.com/blogs/news/awakening-righteousness-how-to-balance-mental-health-and-faith

Happy Monday, August 28, 2023, church! – East Madison Baptist Church. http://www.embclife.org/happy-monday-august-28-2023-church/

Benefits of Prayer in Addressing Negative Thoughts

You are encouraged to use the various scripture references throughout this book in your time of prayer and meditation because the word of God is alive and active, according to the Apostle Paul.

2 Timothy 3:16–17 (NKJV) says, All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

When we pray, we are opening up ourselves to receive the blessings and fruits of the Lord’s Holy Spirit. It is a blessing to receive His love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, according to Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT). There are many benefits of prayer; for instance, the Bible gives us the confidence in knowing God will give us a peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). As a believer, you are encouraged to “pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty.” (Ephesians 6:18 AMPC)

By developing a persistent prayer life, you will strengthen your faith in the Lord, and stir up the gift of God (Holy Spirit) who supercharges us with the manifestation of God’s power. When we stir up the Holy Spirit by praying in our heavenly language or tongues, we are allowing Him to intercede in prayer on our behalf. Prayer is a practice that allows us to focus more on our relationship with God. The more we talk to God, the stronger we will build our relationship with Him. Persistence in prayer also teaches us patience.

Prayer is not just an opportunity to make requests to the Lord. When we pray to the Lord, we are showing Him reverence and honor. Prayer allows you to build your trust in the Lord since He can Hear and listen to your most secret and personal thoughts. By coming to the Lord in faith, we are acknowledging His sovereignty, deity, power, and authority over our lives. Prayer is an act of intimacy. When we love someone, we want to spend personal time with them; therefore prayer is an intimate act in which we share matters of our heart to our heavenly Father. The use of prayer is a great way for us to express our love and thankfulness to the Lord for all that He does for you, your family, friends, community, and the world. Prayer is also a strength-building activity, just as physical exercise is to a bodybuilder. I cannot overemphasize; prayer helps a believer build their faith in the Lord as they wait in earnest expectation for the Lord’s response to their prayers.

There is experimental research on the power of prayer, and showing how and why prayer might increase a person’s ability to resist temptation that was conducted by two college Professors, Malt Friese and Michaela Wanke. They published the results of their research in an article entitled, Personal Prayer buffers Self-control depletion in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology in 2014. The researchers used two experimental paradigms using a Stroop test to challenge the efficacy of prayer in preventing cognitive depletion among participants. Scientists proposed that people use prayer to protect them- selves from the breakdowns of will (Friese and Wänke, 2014). For instance, a person’s cognitive resources may reach a point of exhaustion, just like physical exhaustion can occur after long periods of strenuous exercise with little to no rest. For this experiment, the Scientists questioned how can a person replenish their cognitive resources or increase cognitive endurance after a person runs out of gas? (Friese and Wänke, 2014).

The participants in the experiment were asked to either engage in personal prayer or free thought as intensively as possible for five minutes before they were given a Stroop Task, which is a psychological test that is used to demonstrate cognitive interference where a delay in the reaction time of a task occurs due to a mismatch in stimuli. “The Stroop phenomenon proves it is difficult to name the ink color of a color word if there is a mismatch between ink color and word” (“Stroop Task” 2018). When the Stroop test is administered, you are required to say the color of the word, not what the word says.

“The results showed participants who were asked to pray about a topic of their choosing for five minutes performed significantly better on the Stroop task after emotion suppression, in comparison to participants who were simply asked to think about a topic of their choosing. The research showed the praying participants legitimately exercised self-control during the emotion suppression task (the Stroop test) but did not be- come depleted” (“History - National Healer Association” n.d.). The experiment results indicated “that people interpret prayer as a social interaction with God, and these interactions with God gives a praying person the cognitive resources necessary to avoid temptation” (Friese and Wänke, 2014). As this re- search experiment shows, through prayer and supplication, we can overcome temptations, even the temptation to give up and quit! The Bible says in Matthew 26:41 (ESV), Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

The benefits of prayer are far-reaching when you partake in intercessory prayer for others! We see proof of this in the Book of Daniel when the prophet Daniel intercedes in prayer for his people. The Bible says Daniel understood that the seventy years of captivity was near expiring based on the prophet word the Prophet Jeremiah had received from the Lord. Prophecies show us the sovereignty of our Lord, as He knows the ap- pointed times for all matters. In this instance, God had already appointed the day of the people’s release from captivity, and the Prophet Daniel humbly spoke confessions, repented, and prayed to the Lord for mercy and forgiveness (Daniel 9).

Daniel prayed and asked the Lord to turn away his anger towards his people in Daniel 9: 16 (NKJV) saying, Let Your anger and Your fury be turned away from Your city Jerusalem, Your holy mountain; because for our sins, and for the iniquities of our fathers, Jerusalem and Your people are a reproach to all those around us.

Daniel prayed sincerely for his people to be saved, he prayed, O Lord, hear! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, listen and act! Do not delay for Your own sake, my God, for Your city and Your people are called by Your name.

(Daniel 9:19 NKJV)

As the story of Daniel progresses, we see Daniel is praying to the Lord about his frustrations. Daniel prayed and said (Daniel 10:16 NKJV), “My lord, because of the vision my sorrows have overwhelmed me, and I have retained no strength.” Then an angel of God came to refresh and restore Daniel.

The Bible says the angel touched and strengthen Daniel. After the angel completed his assignment, he said to Daniel, “O man greatly beloved, fear not! Peace be to you; be strong, yes, be strong!” (Daniel 10:19 NKJV) In the last chapter of Daniel, the prophet receives a prophecy about the end time, as well as a prophetic word of encouragement for himself in which the messenger of the Lord said to Daniel, “But you,  go your way till the end; for you shall rest, and will arise to your inheritance at the end of the days” (Daniel 12:13 NKJV). Through prayer, prophecies are released.

The Lord may reveal mysteries or future plans to you because of your commitment to prayer and your faith. Inter- ceding for others through prayer reflects God’s character of outgoing love and mercy. Another example of the benefit of prayer is shown in the Book of Jeremiah particularly as biblical scholar Matthew Henry stated,

When God is about to give his people the expected good, he pours out a spirit of prayer, and it is a good sign that he is coming towards them in mercy” (“Quote by Matthew Henry ” 2020).

This is exactly what happened when the Lord spoke to the Prophet Jeremiah. Through prayer, we experience God’s divine mercy. As the Lord spoke to Jeremiah, he said,

Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. I will be found by you, says the Lord, and I will bring you back from your captivity; I will gather you from all the nations and from all the places where I have driven you, says the Lord, and I will bring you to the place from which I cause you to be carried away captive. (Jeremiah 29:12–14 NKJV)

This conversation between God and Jeremiah shows us our sovereign God’s loving-kindness and mercy in such a way that He gives us peace in knowing that He will accept us and attend to us when we seek Him with our whole heart. God wants our sincerity in prayer, and He promises to bless us.

Even King Solomon understood  God’s  sovereignty,  and he made  sure  to  acknowledge  the  Lord’s  power  and  grace  in prayer. All Christians are admonished to pray because of    the insurmountable benefits of prayer, just as King Solomon prayed that the Lord would have mercy and heal the land of   his people. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NKJV), the Lord responded  to the King’s prayer by saying, if my people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. From this passage of scriptures, King Solomon prayed to God as he dedicated the temple on Mount Moriah, and during the prayer, he recognizes the purpose of the temple and celebrated its dedication with offerings to the Lord.

For eight days, they celebrated the Festival of Shelters (Sukkot) or Feast of Tabernacles (Booths), which is a remind- er of Israel’s deliverance from bondage in Egypt, and of the time they were home, and God protected them from dangers. During the festival, the Israelites dwelt in tabernacles that they construct from tree branches. God answered King Solomon in the aforementioned scripture from 2 Chronicles 7:14, by telling him prayer is what He expects from His people. The Lord answered and literally said if I ever shut up the heavens, so no ran falls, command grasshoppers to devour your crops or send plagues among you, and my people humble themselves praying to me and seeking my presence and attention while turning from their wicked ways, I will hear them and forgive their sins, and restore their land. Essentially, if we as believers suffer any form of calamity, we are to humble ourselves and pray for God’s presence. This is a powerful benefit of prayer. God promises He will be there ready for us, He will listen from heaven, and He will forgive our sins, and restore our land (possessions) to good health.

God wants us to come to Him boldly with our requests in prayer. In fact, there are many health benefits linked to praying. In an article on prayer and health, Harvard Cardiovascular Specialist Dr. Herbert Benson discovered there were physiological responses to the body during prayer and meditation (Schiffman 2012). He noticed during periods of prayer and meditation, the body’s metabolism decreases, the heart rate slows, blood pressure goes down, and our breath becomes calmer and more regular (Schiffman 2012).

He named this response “the relaxation response” (Schiff- man 2012). The article also states, “This physiological state is correlated with slower brain waves, and feelings of control, tranquil alertness and peace of mind” (Schiffman 2012). This is significant because Benson estimates that over half of all doctor visits in the U.S. today are prompted by illnesses, like depression, high blood pressure, ulcers, and migraine headaches, that are caused at least in part by elevated levels of stress and anxiety” (Schiffman 2012). We can glean from the doctor’s report that in spending time with the Lord, we can encounter His rest or experience “the relaxation response,” which is a catalyst to improving body functions (breath becomes calmer and more), and health (i.e., lowers the blood pressure).

Furthermore, praying to God is utilizing the power of God in His word to work for us as a sheath with the inherent power and Spirit of God. The Holy Spirit is a gift given to us as a gift to help us. He is an advocate, teacher, comforter, and friend. He provides us with solutions to problems if we lean on Him for help. It is wise to pray according to Proverbs 1:7 (NKJV),

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. We can pray for wisdom to address any type of problem or circumstance. The Bible shows us how King Jehoshaphat cried out to God after he received news of an impending invasion upon Judah. The King was terrified when he received the news and begged the Lord for guidance. Here’s King Jehoshaphat’s prayer to the Lord in (2 Chronicles 20: 6–12 NLT):

O Lord, God of our ancestors, you alone are the God who is in heaven. You are ruler of all the kingdoms of the earth. You are powerful and mighty; no one can stand against you! O our God, did you not drive out those who lived in this land when your people Israel arrived? And did you not give this land forever to the descendants of your friend Abraham? Your people settled here and built this Temple to honor your name. They said, “Whenever we are faced with any calamity such as war, plague, or famine, we can come to stand in your presence before this Temple where your name is honored. We can cry out to you to save us, and you will hear us and rescue us.”

And now see what the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir are doing. You would not let our ancestors invade those nations when Israel left Egypt, so they went around them and did not destroy them. Now see how they reward us! For they have come to throw us out of your land, which you gave us as an inheritance. O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us. We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help.

As all the men of Judah stood before the Lord with their families, the Holy Spirit came upon one of the men and began to speak on half of the Lord says, “Listen, all you people of Ju- dah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the Lord says: Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s”.

King Jehoshaphat’s demonstration of faith in God is a re- assuring example of God’s promise to be our strong tower and protector in times of conflict or trouble. As we consider the issues of negative thinking and the attacks on the mind, we can surely use the power of prayer to combat invading thoughts that cause a person to become confused, terrified, or believe they are stuck without options to move on in life particularly as it relates to God’s will for their life.

We can use prayer to combat illegal or negative thoughts. Prayer will help align our attitude and mindset with that of the Lord. Philippians 2:5 (ISV) states, “Have the same attitude among yourselves that was also in the Messiah Jesus.” Prayer is a great way to help us change our mood, feelings, and thoughts, as indicated in this scripture. Finally, prayer is a wonderful opportunity to express your love and appreciation for Jehovah God by showing Him genuine adoration in prayer.

This article is excerpted from BARS – Biblical Answers that Restore Souls, authored by Diahann JohnBaptiste, MPA, MS, LPC. To purchase a copy, visit Amazon at: BARS on Amazon.

Cognitive Restructuring

A therapeutic method that is used to address distorted cognitions or negative thinking is the process of cognitive restructuring. In the process, you will need to practice being aware of your thoughts and how you respond to them. This process will help you understand your feelings and mood so that you can challenge the “automatic beliefs (negative thinking or “hot thoughts”) that come succinctly with your feelings and mood. This method was developed by Dr. Albert Ellis in the mid- 1950s. Cognitive restructuring has successfully treated a variety of mental health conditions, relationship issues, and stress. Anxiety, phobias, addictions, depression cognitive distortions, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are some conditions treated by cognitive restructuring.

Here are the steps for using this method:

Step One: Claim Yourself.

Relax and calm yourself down in order  to address your negative mood and thoughts. Here are a few tips for self-soothing:

• Take slow, deep breathes.

• Go for a short walk.

• Separate yourself from the crowd.

• Drink a cold glass of water.

• Splash water on your face.

• Play soothing music.

Step Two: Identify Your Trigger

What situation occurred to trigger your negative mood, feelings. For example: “A confrontation at work.”

• A co-worker entered the  employ- ee lounge to retrieve her sandwich from the refrigerator, but it was missing. Since I was the only person sitting in the lounge, she began to scream at me and accused me of taking her sandwich.

Step Three: Assess Your mood

Jot down what you are felt and describe your mood. For example:

I felt…

o “attacked”

o “humiliated”

o “tired”

o “vulnerable”

o “wronged”

o “alienated”

o“ uncaring”

o “fragile”

o “uncomfortable”

o “disappointed”

 Step Four: Identify the Automatic Distressing Thoughts

Write down your natural reaction and automatic thought that you felt once you felt the mood you described in step three. For example:

• They have always hated me.

• This is a racist and hostile work environment.

• I am the kindest person here, so why is she attacking me?

• It’s her fault her sandwich is missing. She should have never trusted storing it in the refrigerator.

• I have been waiting for an opportunity to fight her.

• Maybe she will calm down if I share what I’ve seen since sitting in the lounge.

• I can’t ever get along with female co-workers.

Step Five: Supporting Objective (Not Influenced by Your Personal Feelings or Opinions), Evidence of Your “Automatic Thoughts”

Identify evidence that objectively supports your automatic thoughts. For example:

• She was very loud and caused other employees to be rushed  into  the lounge.

• Everyone stared at me. Some even began to laugh.

• She looked into all of the storage areas in the refrigerator but could not find her sandwich.

 Step Six: Find Objective Contradictory Evidence

Write down contradicting evidence of your automatic thoughts. These thought statements will be more reasonable (well-grounded) than the reactive thoughts. For example:

• The company director addressed her and asked that she meet in his office.

• Several employees checked on me and wanted to know if I was fine.

• They showed genuine concern.

• The janitor overheard the com- motion and stated she cleaned the refrigerator earlier than scheduled and reminded everyone of the no- tice that was posted for the past two weeks warns employees of the refrigerator cleanup.

• My direct supervisor showed sup- port by offering to talk about what happened. She even offered me the opportunity to break from work and go home to rest and relax as an option for self-care.

 Step Seven: Pinpoint and Identify Your “Balanced” Thoughts

It is time to analyze the evidence you have presented so that you can have a balanced view of what happened. You have the information that is needed, but if you are unsure, then share this information with someone who can give you an unbiased perspective. Write down your balanced thoughts. For example:

• The way she handled the situation was inappropriate.

• Others saw and heard her accusations and understood my disappointment.

• We all have the responsibility to read posted signs and notices at work to lessen the possibility of misunderstandings among co-workers.

• People were visibly shocked by her screaming and harsh words based on their reactions to claim her and to comfort me.

 Step Eight: Monitor Your Current Mood

Now that you have taken the steps to assess your thoughts and feel thoroughly, you will likely notice a change in your mood. The expectation is for your mood to have improved by this process. Make sure to write down how you feel.

(Adapted from “Cognitive Restructuring - Stress Management” 2020)

The process of cognitive restructuring takes effort and commitment. The expectation is you will be able to see the residual effect of this process in your emotional well-being. In other words, daily rehearse self-soothing activities such as positive affirmations. Encourage yourself even in small things. “Do not despise small beginnings or achievements so that you don’t grow in doubt about the future” ( JohnBaptiste 2017).

This article is excerpted from BARS – Biblical Answers that Restore Souls, authored by Diahann JohnBaptiste, MPA, MS, LPC. To purchase a copy, visit Amazon at: BARS on Amazon.

Positive Self-Talk

Now that you have finished building your vicious flower, you can evaluate the thoughts that are connected to feelings that cause you to have physical/body sensations. Anxiety causes you to engage in negative self-talk. For example, anxious selftalk takes on the—what-if thinking that leads you to expect the worst outcome. The—what-if thinking goes uncontested, and the negative self-talk takes control. Taking action on unhealthy thinking makes the situation seem real, even if the action was not necessary. For the sample Callous Flower that indicated the individual is worrying causes the headaches, which supports the theory, he or she may have brain cancer.

This theory goes uncontested until they see a medical physician. Until this occurs, the individual has suffered a great deal of angst because of false-negative thoughts. It is important to understand the mechanisms (negative thinking) that maintain your problems so that you can change them. It is time to target those negative thoughts and counter them with positive statements. This worksheet can be used to record triggers, emotions, negative/intrusive thoughts, and rational responses. A sample case is provided for your reference, as well as an additional worksheet (print this Control your anxiety callus blank sheet to practice):

You may also use the postive self talk worksheet (attached to the end of this article) until you become accustomed to countering negative thoughts with positive selftalk.

“Self-talk is your internal dialogue. It is influenced by your subconscious mind, and it reveals your thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas” (Holland 2018). “Self-talk can be both negative and positive. It can be en- couraging, and it can be distressing” (Holland 2018). “Positive self-talk can take many forms: turning negative situations into positive ones, taking problems and turning them into solutions, giving yourself a boost when you need it, or just a friendly reminder that you can do it” (Mayo Clinic Staff 2020). “It is not a way of ignoring bad situations or ignoring your problem at hand, but rather a way to build yourself up and take situations into a different light. If you automatically turn to pessimism when facing a problem, you will often not solve it. In terms of reaching a goal, this is the same—negativity will only keep you down” (Mayo Clinic Staff 2020).

“Much of your self-talk depends on your personality. If you are an optimist, your self-talk may be more hopeful and positive” (Holland 2018). “The opposite is generally true if you tend to be a pessimist” (Holland 2018). “Studies show that personality traits, such as optimism and pessimism can affect many areas of your health and wellbeing. The positive thinking that usually comes with optimism is a key part of effective stress management. And effective stress management is associated with many health benefits.If you tend to be pessimistic, do not despair—you can learn positive thinking skills” (Mayo Clinic Staff 2020).

“Positive thinking and optimism can be effective stress management tools. If you believe your selftalk is too negative, or if you want to emphasize positive self-talk, you can learn to shift that inner dialogue.It can help you be a more positive person, and it may improve your health” (Holland2018).

This article is excerpted from BARS – Biblical Answers that Restore Souls, authored by Diahann JohnBaptiste, MPA, MS, LPC. To purchase a copy, visit Amazon at: BARS on Amazon.